According to the authorities concerned, the new infrastructure is felt transhipment seen increased freight operations. In 2012, more than 45,000 metric tons of cargo were transported to Placentia. Growth of 37% is expected by 2015, the transfer of more than 62 000 tonnes. This figure is expected to exceed 90 000 tonnes by 2025.
According to the plan developed, the New Cargo area cover an area of 175,000 square meters. Freeport, which will be built on an area of 530,000 square meters, will have warehouses, industrial complexes, service departments and other multifunctional spaces. These developments will require a series of accompaniments work, including the development of a software area, installing surveillance cameras and checkpoints.
Phase I of the project, which includes construction of new roads and the installation of lighting systems, will be finalized shortly. Indeed, the tender for the work cited has been launched and the contract should be awarded in late September / early October. Phase II, which involves the development of key infrastructure, is scheduled for next year.
For the new terminal, it will be inaugurated on August 30, and commissioned on 12 September. At a cost of $ 305 million, it will accommodate up to 4.5 million passengers per year.
The main features of the new terminal are as follows: 54 counters, 26 immigration positions at the start and 10 inspection stations, a boarding room with 1 135 seats, duty-free shops on an area of 2250 square meters, two lounges and a dining area of 700 m2, 36 immigration control stations, 12 health posts and eight control positions transit. Also available are six carpet in the room Baggage and 30 counters.